To buy hair extensions is already an ordeal with the myriad types on the market and we don’t need anymore misleading information to make the decision even more difficult. So with that said, this blog will debunk some of the biggest myths as far as hair extensions are concerned.

U-Tip, I-Tip, Clip-In, Tape-In – Different Hair Extension Types Explained

Myth #1: Hair extensions damage your natural hair

This myth might hold some light where permanent extensions are concerned that use heat or glue to get installed. Apart from that, hair extensions are very safe and cause no damage to your natural hair. If used carefully and worn and removed with care, these extensions pose no threat to the natural hair of the person wearing them.

The non-permanent type of extensions like clip in and beaded extensions are some of the safest and fastest way to add volume to your hair, while, permanent hair extensions might demand a little more careful handling. But the main point to take away is that on their own, extensions will not damage your hair.

Myth #2: Hair extensions don’t blend in with your natural hair

This depends on your choice of hair extensions and the way you have clipped them in and styled them. If you have done this all keeping in mind the right expectations and bought extensions of good quality, there is no reason why the extensions won’t blend in with your natural hair. Choose the best human hair extensions such as u tip hair extensions as they provide the texture, feel and look of your natural hair. Go for a color identical to your natural hair or dye your hair accordingly. These little steps will exponentially improve the final look of the extensions on your head.

Myth #3: Hair extensions give you headaches

Wearing extensions might feel uncomfortable and heavy in the beginning, especially types like clip in and u tip hair extensions. Since additional hair is being clipped physically onto your hair, it will naturally feel heavier than usual on your scalp and feel like a foreign object.  But you will quickly become accustomed to it in no time. If you find it too uncomfortable, you can always remove a weft/clip or two.

If you have an extremely sensitive scalp and you fear the extensions might trigger headaches, you can clip on the extension wefts around an inch down from the hair roots rather than clipping them higher, closer to the scalp. Or another trick is teasing the hair right below where the extension weft is going to be clipped to form a supporting base. But with that said, headaches are highly unlikely, let alone a common thing to experience for the millions of people who wear extensions around the world.

Myth #4: Hair extensions are high maintenance

Most of the time, hair extensions can be clipped on or installed at home without ever going to the salon. You can care for the hair extensions in the same way you would for your natural hair which will ensure longevity and the optimum health of your hair extension. As these do not come in contact with your scalp, hair extensions don’t need to be washed too often. You can use the extensions 15-20 times before you would need to put them underwater.

The health and longevity of hair extensions depend largely on the quality of the product. The higher the quality, the fewer issues would be encountered.

Myth #5: Hair extensions look fake and tacky

That solely depends on the quality of extensions you buy. Hair extensions made with human hair are of the finest quality and finish. Paired with a variety of colors available that mimic natural hair colors, there is no way hair extensions will look fake or cheap if blended and styled correctly with your natural hair. It might take you one or two  tries to find the perfect way to blend the extensions in but once you get the hang of it, the extensions will be indistinguishable from your natural hair in look, texture and feel.

Myth #6: Extensions can be styled in only one way

This is another faux pas when it comes to hair extensions. Hair extensions can be styled in any way you might like. From high ponytails to even messy buns — you can do it all! If the extensions are made from human hair, you can even use heat to style them. You can easily add more volume to your hair and style it according to your likeness or the latest trends.

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